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Ark. Code Ann. § 23-74-102: Lodge system
Where this section sits in the code
- AR Code
- Title 23
- Chapter 74
- Subchapter 1
(a) A society is operating on the lodge system if it has a supreme governing body and subordinate lodges into which members are elected, initiated, or admitted in accordance with its laws, rules, and rituals. Subordinate lodges shall be required by the laws of the society to hold regular meetings at least one (1) time in each month in furtherance of the purposes of the society.
(b) At its option, a society may organize and operate lodges for children under the minimum age for adult membership. Membership and initiation in local lodges shall not be required of such children, nor shall they have a voice or vote in the management of the society.
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